Nandan Nilekani calls on Naidu, discusses reforms in examination system

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Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu with Nandan Nilekani, Chairman of the High-Powered Task Force on Examination Reforms, at the Secretariat in Amaravati on Wednesday.

Chairman of the High-Powered Task Force on Examination Reforms Nandan Nilekani met Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu at the Secretariat on Wednesday to discuss measures to overhaul the examination system and make it more transparent, secure and reliable.

The Union government had constituted the task force under the leadership of Mr. Nilekani to recommend comprehensive reforms in the country’s examination system. The committee had been touring various States to study the examination procedures and identify best practices that could be adopted nationally.

During the meeting, Mr. Nilekani sought details from the Chief Minister about the procedures followed in Andhra Pradesh for conducting academic and competitive examinations.

Preventing question paper leaks, expanding the use of technology in examination management, strengthening cyber security and bolstering digital forensics capabilities are among the key areas being examined by the task force.

The committee is also holding consultations with various stakeholders to evolve a comprehensive national examination framework that ensures transparency, credibility and equal opportunities for students across different regions of the country.

IT and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh explained the new procedures adopted by the State in conducting the District Selection Committee (DSC) recruitment examination, including the use of technology to improve efficiency and transparency.

Mr. Naidu stressed the need for comprehensive reforms across the education system, stating that they should ultimately improve employment and livelihood opportunities for students.

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